San Francisco Things to Do | Holidays in San Francisco FAQs

Holiday guests at Hotel Union Square will find lots of San Francisco Things to Do. Browse these FAQs about Holidays in San Francisco as you plan your stay.

Hotel Union Square is a perfect choice for a holiday getaway, and you’ll find lots of San Francisco Things to Do during this time of year. As you plan your holiday stay, take a few minutes to read through some of these commonly-asked questions about spending the Holidays in San Francisco.

Q: We’re planning a holiday stay at Hotel Union Square, and I’m wondering about some of the San Francisco Things to Do during the holidays. A: Hotel Union Square is a wonderful choice for anyone who wants to spend the Holidays in San Francisco. Some of the popular San Francisco Things to Do during the holidays include attending tree lightings, enjoying special holiday concerts from the San Francisco Symphony, or attending a performance of The Nutcracker.

Q: This is the first time we’re spending the holidays away from our NYC home. Every year, we see The Nutcracker, and I’m hoping that there is a performance offered near your San Francisco Hotel. A: Yes! Attending a performance of The Nutcracker, offered by the San Francisco Ballet, is a popular San Francisco Thing to Do for those who visit during the holidays. The venue for the company, the War Memorial Opera House, is located a short distance from our Hotel.

Q: We’re spending our Holidays in San Francisco this year. Are there any Restaurants near Hotel Union Square that will be open on Christmas Day? A: Holiday guests at our San Francisco Hotel won’t have any trouble finding Restaurants that are open on Christmas Day. Whether you want a fancy Christmas meal or something a little more casual, when you spend your Holidays in San Francisco you’ll find lots of options! Some of the San Francisco Restaurants that are open for Christmas are Balboa Café, Bartlett Hall, Crystal Jade, Luce. There are many others, so ask a member of our helpful staff for additional suggestions.

Q: Are there any kid-friendly San Francisco Things to Do during the holidays? A: Yes, and that is one reason why choosing to spend your Holidays in San Francisco is such a great idea. Many San Francisco Things to Do are perfect for families. These include performances of The Nutcracker, Zoo Lights at the San Francisco Zoo, and many others. The staff at Hotel Union Square will be happy to tell you about other Events going on during your stay.

Q: I’d like to finish up my holiday Shopping in San Francisco once I check in to Hotel Union Square. Is there lots of good Shopping nearby? A: Absolutely! Shopping is a top San Francisco Thing to Do, and Hotel Union Square is situated right in the heart of the city’s Shopping district. You’ll have no trouble finishing up your holiday Shopping, and you won’t have to wander very far from our San Francisco Hotel to do it!

Q: We’re planning to spend the holidays at Hotel Union Square. Will most of the popular San Francisco Things to Do be open during the holidays?A: Yes. While Museums and other Attractions will be closed on Christmas Day, most will be open in the days leading up to and following the holiday. Since many of the most popular San Francisco Things to Do are outdoor Activities, it’s easy to find Christmas Day activities such spending time at the beach, walking across the Golden Gate Bridge and many others.

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